$63.00 Original price was: $63.00.$47.00Current price is: $47.00.
KA-BAR / KA BAR / KABAR
Compact survival knife designed for neck‑cord or boot‑lace carry. The KA‑BAR 1478BP features a 1.7″ stainless steel blade, friction‑sheath, and included cord — ready as your last‑resort tool.
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Description
The KA‑BAR 1478BP Last Ditch LDK Knife offers serious utility in a minimalist profile. With an overall size similar to a credit card, it’s built to go where larger knives can’t — worn around the neck, laced into your boots, or clipped on a vest strap. Whether for emergency survival or backup tool use, this knife is engineered to stay ready until you need it most.
Lifestyle Use Cases
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Wear around the neck using the provided cord for fast access in survival
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Lace into boot laces or vest webbing to maintain carry without interfering with movement or gear
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Keep as a backup tool when your primary knife is out of reach — slim and strong enough to perform
Construction & Design Features
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Blade length: 1.7″ stainless steel, offering cutting and utility functions in a compact size
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Overall length: 3.6″ — small enough for slim carry while still functional
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Friction‑fit hard‑plastic sheath with slim profile
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Includes black 550‑paracord for neck‑carry or versatile rigging options
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Black powder‑coated finish resists corrosion
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Intended for utility and survival — not heavy‑duty chopping or full‑sized tasks
Specifications
| Feature | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Blade Length | 43 mm | 1.7″ |
| Overall Length | 91 mm | 3.6″ |
| Weight | ~23 g | 0.8 oz |
| Sheath Origin | — | Made in Taiwan |
| Carry Options | Neck cord or boot‑lace pass‑through | — |
| Profile | Ultra‑Compact |
Technical Specs
| Weight | 0.15 lb | Steel | 9Cr18 SS |
| Blade Type | Fixed Blade | Lock Style | N/A |
| Measurements | Blade 1.625″; Overall length 3.625″ | Grind | Flat |
| Edge Angles | 18 Degrees | Handle Material | 9Cr18 SS |
| Shape | Drop Point | HRC | 58-59CR |
| Stamp | KA-BAR/TDI | Butt Cap/Guard | N/A |
| Pocket Clip | N | Made in | Taiwan |
| NSN | N/A | Blade Thickness | 0.078 |
| Blade Width | 0.780 |
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